Avalanche's Explosive Second Period Ends Hurricanes' Winning Streak
Colorado scored five goals in the second period to secure a 6-4 victory over Carolina, halting their eight-game win streak.
- Nathan MacKinnon led the Avalanche with a goal and three assists, reclaiming the NHL scoring lead.
- Mikko Rantanen contributed two goals, including an empty-netter to seal the win.
- Cale Makar's shorthanded goal sparked the Avalanche's five-goal surge in the second period.
- Carolina's challenge for goaltender interference on Artturi Lehkonen's goal was unsuccessful, leading to a Colorado power play.
- Avalanche goalie Alexandar Georgiev made 27 saves, playing a crucial role in the first period to keep Colorado in the game.